‘Supremacy is actually … ‘: SC expunges ‘gratuitous’ remarks by HC against top court

The Supreme Court expunged remarks from Punjab & Haryana HC’s Justice Rajbir Sherawat, criticizing the SC’s authority. The SC highlighted the need for judicial restraint and compliance with higher court orders. Despite considering a notice, the SC opted for leniency to avoid damaging the judiciary’s image and emphasized the hierarchical justice system rules.